Following a strong 10-win season, Oklahoma State’s football coaching staff has secured significant financial rewards. All 10 assistant coaches have signed new two-year contracts, with nine returning coaches receiving raises, as reported by The Oklahoman. The team’s renowned strength coach, who has been with the Cowboys since 2005, has also been rewarded with an updated five-year deal.
In particular, the strength coach’s salary has been increased to $1.1 million annually through 2028, maintaining his position as the highest-paid strength coach in college football. Additionally, offensive coordinator Kasey Dunn received a $100,000 raise, bringing his yearly salary to $1 million, while defensive coordinator Bryan Nardo’s salary was raised to $700,000 after his first season in the role.
Head coach Mike Gundy’s contract remains unchanged from his 2022 extension, which includes annual increases, bringing his total salary for the 2024 season to $7.75 million.
This move underscores Oklahoma State’s commitment to its coaching staff’s stability and competitiveness moving forward.
College Football Conference Realignment Sets Stage for 14 Must-Watch Matchups in 2024 Season
Two monumental shifts in college football conference realignment took effect on July 1 with Texas and Oklahoma officially joining the SEC. More transformative changes are on the horizon as ten departing Pac-12 schools are set to join the Big Ten, Big 12, and ACC on August 1. While these moves mark the conclusion of many traditions, they also herald the beginning of an exhilarating new era characterized by mega-conferences, fresh rivalries, and compelling races towards an expanded College Football Playoff.
One of the most thrilling aspects of conference realignment is the array of new matchups it introduces to the 2024 college football schedule. From revived historical rivalries to highly anticipated clashes between national title contenders and intriguing matchups featuring top-tier players, the upcoming season promises unparalleled excitement.
Of particular note are two standout games featuring potential playoff contenders: Ohio State versus Oregon and Georgia versus Texas, both slated for the regular season and sure to captivate fans nationwide.